DaimlerChrysler Saves 20% of Logistics Costs with Supply Chain Visibility

Challenge:
Customers rule: They expect individually configurable products, short delivery times and reliable delivery dates
DaimlerChrysler faced the loss of numerous vehicles, but there was no visibility on order relevant production and procurement

Solution:
Information and monitoring tool: transparency on supply chain for leather seats and door interior linings (six tiers)
Web-based exchange of information on changing demand, inventory and capacity

Benefits:
Amortization of project expenditures (software, hardware, staff) within the first year
Savings amount to 20 % of logistics costs